Credential Stuffing

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Cyber

What is
Credential Stuffing
Credential Stuffing is an automated attack where adversaries use stolen username and password pairs to gain unauthorised access to accounts.
Credential Stuffing
in more detail

Stuffing sees attackers using previously breached username and password combinations to systematically attempt logins across various services. If successful, attacks can result in account takeover, data theft, or fraudulent transactions. Cyber insurance may provide coverage for resulting losses, with policies increasingly recognising this as a distinct attack method requiring specific preventive measures.

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